Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #666 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Love Elementary School, The Academy Of Alameda by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
290 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Alameda Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the West Alameda neighborhood of Alameda, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in West Alameda.
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